2006 NISSAN PATROL front suspension

Shock Absorber
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Support front axle case with jack.
2. Remove both upper and lower sides ®xing nuts.
INSPECTION
Except for nonmetallic parts, clean all parts with suitable solvent
and dry with compressed air.
Use compressed air to blow dirt and dust off of nonmetallic parts.
+Check for oil leakage and cracks. Replace if necessary.
+Check piston rod for cracks, deformation and other damage.
Replace if necessary.
+Check rubber parts for wear, cracks, damage and deformation.
Replace if necessary.
Stabilizer Bar
REMOVAL
+Remove stabilizer bar connecting bolts and clamp bolts.
INSPECTION
+Check stabilizer bar for twist and deformation.
Replace if necessary.
+Check rubber bushing for cracks, wear and deterioration.
Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
+Install stabilizer bar with ball joint socket properly placed.
Coil Spring
INSPECTION
Visually check for cracks or damage. If faulty, replace.
Ensure that springs are installed correctly. Incorrect installa-
tion will cause vehicle not set in horizontal posture.
SFA890B
SFA891B
SFA896B
SFA897B
FRONT SUSPENSION
FA-25

Leading Arm
INSPECTION
Check for cracks, bends or damage. Also check bushing.
If bushing is faulty, replace it using suitable tool.
When installing bushing, make sure that it is positioned as shown.
Panhard Rod
INSPECTION
+Check for cracks or other damage. Replace if necessary.
Panhard rod bushing
Removal
+Using a press and suitable tool as shown in ®gure at left,
remove bushing from vehicle side.
+Using a ¯at-bladed screwdriver, pry bushing out of axle case.
Installation
+Using suitable tool shown in ®gure at left, gradually press bush-
ing into place.
Always install new bushing. Do not tap end face of bushing
directly with a hammer. Apply soap water to outer wall of bush-
ing before installation.
SFA460A
SFA892B
SFA462A
SRA030A
SFA893B
FRONT SUSPENSION
FA-26

Front drive shaft (Transfer) .............................TF-11
Front ®nal drive disassembly (4WD) ..............PD-14
Front ®nal drive removal and installa-
tion (4WD)...................................................PD-11
Front passenger air bag.............................RS-8, 14
Front seat belt ..................................................RS-2
Front seat ........................................................BT-32
Front suspension ............................................FA-24
Front washer .................................................EL-141
Front wiper ....................................................EL-141
Fuel cut control (at no load & high
engine speed) .............................................EC-20
Fuel cut solenoid valve ................................EC-129
Fuel ®ller lid.......................................................BT-6
Fuel ®lter replacement ...................................MA-16
Fuel gauge ....................................................EL-102
Fuel injection system......................................EC-15
Fuel line inspection ........................................MA-17
Fuel precautions ................................................GI-5
Fuel temperature sensor ..............................EC-134
Fuse block.....................................................EL-319
Fuse ................................................................EL-14
Fusible link ......................................................EL-14
G
GLOW - Wiring diagram...............................EC-150
GOVNR - Wiring diagram ..............................EC-95
Garage jack and safety stand .........................GI-39
Gauges..........................................................EL-102
Gear components (M/T) .................................MT-10
Glass .................................................................BT-9
Glow plug .............................................EC-150, 154
Glow relay ............................................EC-150, 154
Grease .............................................................MA-9
Ground distribution..........................................EL-15
H
H/AIM - Wiring diagram ..................................EL-71
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram ...............................EL-61
HEAT UP - Wiring diagram ..........................EC-182
HFC134a (R134a) system service
procedure ..................................................HA-112
HLC - Wiring diagram ...................................EL-153
HORN - Wiring diagram................................EL-155
Harness connector inspection .........................GI-17
Harness connector ............................................EL-2
Harness layout ..............................................EL-275
Headlamp aiming control ................................EL-70
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp
aiming control ..............................................EL-70
Headlamp wiper ............................................EL-153
Headlamp ........................................................EL-61
Headlining - See Roof trim .............................BT-20
Heat up switch..............................................EC-182
Heated seat.....................................................BT-34Hood..................................................................BT-4
Horn ..............................................................EL-155
How to erase DTC for ECCS OBD
system ........................................................EC-30
I
IATS - Wiring diagram ..................................EC-121
IC/FAN - Wiring diagram ..............................EC-177
ILL - Wiring diagram .......................................EL-87
INT/L - Wiring diagram..................................EL-101
Identi®cation plate............................................GI-37
Idle speed inspection .....................................MA-19
Idle speed .......................................................EC-46
Illumination ......................................................EL-86
In vehicle sensor ..........................................HA-105
Injection nozzle inspection .............................MA-18
Injection nozzle...............................................EC-22
Injection timing control valve ........................EC-100
Instrument panel .............................................BT-11
Intake door control linkage adjustment ..........HA-84
Intake door motor ...........................................HA-25
Intake sensor ................................................HA-111
Interior lamp ....................................................EL-93
Interior .............................................................BT-14
J
Jacking points ..................................................GI-39
Joint connector (J/C).....................................EL-322
Journal bearing assembly (propeller
shaft) .............................................................PD-8
Journal bearing disassembly (propeller
shaft) .............................................................PD-7
Junction box (J/B) .........................................EL-319
L
LSV (Load sensing valve) ................................BR-6
Lifting points ....................................................GI-40
Limited slip diff. adjustment............................PD-23
Limited slip diff. assembly ..............................PD-24
Limited slip diff. disassembly .........................PD-21
Limited slip diff. inspection .............................PD-21
Location of electrical units ............................EL-269
Lock, door .........................................................BT-9
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ..................................HA-114
Lubricants.........................................................MA-9
Lubrication circuit (engine) ...............................LC-3
Lubrication-locks, hinges and hood
latches ........................................................MA-27
Luggage compartment trim .............................BT-14
Luggage room lamp ........................................EL-93
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-4

ROOM/L - Wiring diagram ..............................EL-95
Radiator ..........................................................LC-14
Radio - See Audio.........................................EL-168
Rear axle (disc brake type) ..............................RA-6
Rear bumper .....................................................BT-6
Rear case (Transfer) .......................................TF-10
Rear combination lamp removal and
installation ...................................................BT-26
Rear cover packing replacement diff..............PD-11
Rear disc brake ..............................................BR-24
Rear door ........................................................BT-10
Rear fog lamp .................................................EL-80
Rear heater - Wiring diagram ........................HA-14
Rear seat belt ...................................................RS-5
Rear seat ........................................................BT-35
Rear side window ...........................................BT-44
Rear suspension ............................................RA-12
Rear washer..................................................EL-145
Rear window defogger ..................................EL-158
Rear window ...................................................BT-42
Rear wiper.....................................................EL-145
Refrigerant connection precaution ...................HA-2
Refrigerant discharging evacuating
charging ....................................................HA-113
Refrigerant general precaution.........................HA-2
Refrigerant lines ...........................................HA-117
Refrigeration cycle ..........................................HA-11
Release bearing (clutch) .................................CL-11
Removal and installation (Transfer) ..................TF-8
Reverse idler shaft (M/T) ...............................MT-10
Reverse lamp switch (M/T) - See
Back-up lamp switch (M/T)...........................MT-4
Reverse main gear (M/T) ...............................MT-10
Ring gear diff. inspection ...............................PD-19
Road wheel size ..............................................GI-38
Roof trim .........................................................BT-20
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ......................EL-93
Rotor disc (front) .............................................FA-14
S
S/LOCK - Wiring diagram .............................EL-215
S/SIG - Wiring diagram ................................EC-162
SAE J1930 terminology list .............................GI-43
SEAT - Wiring diagram .................................EL-190
SMJ (super multiple junction) .......................EL-317
SROOF - Wiring diagram .............................EL-186
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint
System ..........................................................RS-8
SRS Trouble diagnoses .................................RS-22
STAB - Wiring diagram ..................................RA-18
START - Wiring diagram .................................EL-45
Screw jack .......................................................GI-39
Seal - See Exterior .........................................BT-26
Seat belt inspection .......................................MA-27
Seat belt pre-tensioner disposal ....................RS-17
Seat belt pre-tensioner ...................................RS-12
Seat belt, front ..................................................RS-2
Seat belt, rear...................................................RS-5Seat, front .......................................................BT-32
Seat, rear ........................................................BT-35
Seat, second (2nd) .........................................BT-35
Seat, third (3rd) ...............................................BT-37
Second (2nd) seat ..........................................BT-35
Self-diagnostic results ....................................EC-31
Shift control (Transfer) ....................................TF-12
Shift control components (M/T) ......................MT-12
Shift fork (M/T) ...............................................MT-12
Shift lever .......................................................MT-12
Shock absorber (front) ....................................FA-25
Shock absorber (rear) ....................................RA-14
Side bearing preload (front ®nal drive
4WD)...........................................................PD-27
Side bearing preload diff. ...............................PD-27
Side trim ..........................................................BT-14
Side window - See Rear side window ............BT-44
Speedometer.................................................EL-102
Spiral cable.....................................................RS-13
Stabilizer bar (front) ........................................FA-25
Stabilizer bar (rear) ........................................RA-15
Stabilizer release device - Wiring
diagram .......................................................RA-18
Stabilizer release device ................................RA-16
Standardized relay ............................................EL-3
Start signal ...................................................EC-162
Starter .............................................................EL-51
Starting system ...............................................EL-45
Steering gear and linkage inspection ............MA-26
Steering linkage ..............................................ST-19
Steering switch................................................EL-59
Steering wheel and column ..............................ST-8
Steering wheel play ..........................................ST-4
Steering wheel turning force .............................ST-6
Striking rod (M/T) ...........................................MT-12
Sub-gear (M/T) ...............................................MT-10
Sunload sensor ............................................HA-107
Sunroof, electric ............................................EL-186
Sunroof............................................................BT-39
Super lock .....................................................EL-211
Supplemental Restraint System .......................RS-8
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring
diagram .......................................................RS-27
Symbols and abbreviations ...............................GI-7
Synchronizer (M/T) .........................................MT-10
T
TCV - Wiring diagram ..................................EC-100
Tachometer ...................................................EL-102
Thermometer .................................................EL-116
Thermostat ......................................................LC-12
Third (3rd) seat ...............................................BT-37
Three way catalyst precautions.........................GI-4
Throttle control solenoid valve .....................EC-155
Throttle control solenoid valve .....................EC-161
Throwout bearing - See Clutch release
bearing ........................................................CL-11
Thrust washer selection diff. ..........................PD-27
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-6

Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for speci®cations.
UNDER HOOD Ð engine off
hRadiator coolant level and coolant hose connec-
tions for leaks
hBattery ¯uid level, speci®c gravity and condi-
tions of battery terminals
hDrive belts tension
hFuel ®lter for water or dusts, and fuel lines and
connections for leaks
hEngine oil level and oil leaks
hClutch and brake reservoir ¯uid level and ¯uid
lines for leaks
hWindshield and rear window washer and head-
lamp cleaner reservoir ¯uid level
hPower steering reservoir ¯uid level and hose
connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
hXRemove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
hOperation of all instruments, gauges, lights and
accessories
hOperation of horn(s), wiper and washer
hSteering lock for operation
hCheck air conditioner for gas leaks
hFront and rear seats, and seat belts for opera-
tion
hAll moldings, trims and ®ttings for ®t and align-
ment
hAll windows for operation and alignment
hHood, trunk lid, door panels for ®t and alignment
hLatches, keys and locks for operation
hWeatherstrips for adhesion and ®t
hHeadlamp aiming
hTighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
hTire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
hCheck front wheels for toe-in
hInstall clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If appli-
cable)
h
XInstall deodorizing ®lter to air puri®er (If appli-
cable)
h
XRemove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
hManual transmission/transaxle gear oil, transfer
¯uid and differential gear oil level
hBrake and fuel lines and oil/¯uid reservoirs for
leaks
hTighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and
gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive
shafts
h
XTighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with
wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
hClutch operation
hParking brake operation
hService brake operation
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle shift timing
and kickdown
hSteering control and returnability
hEngine performance
hSqueaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
hAdjust idle mixture and speed (and ignition tim-
ing*1)
hAutomatic transmission/transaxle ¯uid level
hEngine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel
only)
FINAL INSPECTION
hInstall necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel
covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud ¯aps)
hInspect for interior and exterior metal and paint
damage
hCheck for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock),
and literature
hWash, clean interior and exterior
*1: Not required on models with a direct ignition system
h
X: Not applicable to this model.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2

Chassis and Body Services
Annual driving distance below 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
Abbreviations: R = Replace, I = Inspect, and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate,T=Tighten.
[ ]: At the speci®ed mileage only
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page Perform either at number of kilometers (miles) or months,
whichever comes ®rst.km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54
CHASSIS AND BODY Underhood and under vehicle
Brake & clutch ¯uid (For level & leaks).I I I I MA-23, 20
Brake ¯uid.R R MA-24
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I I MA-24
Power steering ¯uid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I I MA-26
Brake & clutch systemsI I I I MA-24, 20
Manual transmission oil (For leaks) I I I I MA-20
Manual transmission oil[R] MA-20
Transfer ¯uidI I R I MA-21
Limited slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level & leaks).*1 I I R I MA-22
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system.I I I I MA-26, 20 *2
Greasing points of propeller shaftLLLLMA-21
Drive shafts & steering damper.IIII *3
Body mounting bolts & nutsTTTT *4
Outside and Inside
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I I MA-25, *5
Brake pads, discs & other brake components.I I I I MA-24
Front wheel bearing grease I R I R MA-22
Axle joint in knuckle ¯angeL L MA-23
Free running hub greaseI I I I MA-23
Headlamp aimingIIII *6
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation) I I I I *7
Ventilation air ®lterRRR*8
Body corrosionAnnually MA-28
Air bag systemSee NOTE (1) *9
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Maintenance items with ``.'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driv-
ing Conditions''.
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts'' in FA section, ``Rear Axle and Rear Suspension Parts'' in RA section
*3: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*4: ``CAB BODY'' in BT section
*5: ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
*6: ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
*7: ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
*8: ``Ventilation air ®lter'' in HA section
*9: ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-6

Annual driving distance over 30,000 km (18,000 miles)
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect, and correct or replace as necessary, L = Lubricate,T=Tighten.
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
page km x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Miles x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54)
CHASSIS AND BODY Underhood and under vehicle
Brake & clutch ¯uid (For level & leaks).I I I MA-23, 20
Brake ¯uid.R MA-24
Brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve I MA-24
Power steering ¯uid & lines (For level & leaks) I I I MA-26
Brake & clutch systemsI I I MA-24, 20
Manual transmission oil (For leaks) I I I MA-20
Manual transmission oilR MA-20
Transfer ¯uidI R I MA-21
Limited slip differential (LSD) gear oil (For level & leaks).*1 I R I MA-22
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts, propeller shaft & exhaust system.I I I MA-26, 20 *2
Geasing points of propeller shaft L L L MA-21
Drive shafts & steering damper.III*3
Body mounting bolts & nutsTTT*4
Outside and Inside
Wheel alignment (If necessary, rotate & balance wheels) I I I MA-25, *5
Brake pads, discs & other brake components.I I I MA-24
Front wheel bearing greaseI R I MA-22
Axle joint in knuckle ¯angeL MA-23
Free running hub greaseI I I MA-23
Headlamp aimingIII*6
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch (For free play, stroke & operation) I I I *7
Ventilation air ®lterRRR*8
Body corrosionAnnually MA-28
Air bag systemSee NOTE (1) *9
NOTE: (1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Maintenance items with ``.'' should be performed more frequently according to ``Maintenance Under Severe Driv-
ing Conditions''.
*1: Including differential gear with differential lock
*2: ``Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts'' in FA section, ``Rear Axle and Rear Suspension Parts'' in RA section
*3: ``FRONT AXLE Ð Drive Shaft'' in FA section
*4: ``CAB BODY'' in BT section
*5: ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
*6: ``Aiming Adjustment'' in EL section
*7: ``Brake Pedal and Bracket'' in BR section, ``Adjusting Clutch Pedal'' in CL section
*8: ``Ventilation air ®lter'' in HA section
*9: ``Maintenance Items'' in RS section
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Chassis and Body Services (Cont'd)
MA-7

Maintenance Under Severe Driving Conditions
The maintenance intervals shown on the preceding pages are for normal operating conditions. If the vehicle
is mainly operated under severe driving conditions as shown below, more frequent maintenance must be per-
formed on the following items as shown in the table.
Severe driving conditions
A Ð Driving under dusty conditions
B Ð Driving repeatedly short distances
C Ð Towing a trailer or caravan
D Ð Extensive idling
E Ð Driving in extremely adverse weather condi-
tions or in areas where ambient temperatures
are either extremely low or extremely high
F Ð Driving in high humidity areas or in mountain-
ous areasG Ð Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive
materials
H Ð Driving on rough and/or muddy roads or in
the desert
I Ð Driving with frequent use of braking or in
mountainous areas
J Ð Frequent driving in water
Maintenance operation: Check = Check and correct or replace as necessary.
Driving
conditionMaintenance
itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance
interval
Reference
page Annual driving distance
below 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)over 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)
ABCD......Engine oil & oil ®lter
ReplaceEvery 3 months or
5,000 km (3,000
miles)Every 5,000 km
(3,000 miles)MA-13, 14
A.........Aircleaner ®lter Viscous paper type
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or
18 monthsEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)MA-18
A...E.....Fuel ®lter
ReplaceEvery 20,000 km
(12,000 miles) or
12 monthsEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)MA-16
.....F....Brake ¯uid
ReplaceMA-24
..C....H..Limited slip differential (LSD) gear oil*3
ReplaceEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or
18 monthsEvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles)MA-22
......GH..Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts &
propeller shaft & exhaust systemCheck
Every 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 6
monthsEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles)MA-26, 21,
23 *1
......GH.JGreasing points of propeller shafts Lubricate MA-21
..C....H..Drive shafts & steering damper Check *1
A.C...GHI.Brake pads, discs & other brake components Check MA-24
.........JFront wheel bearing grease & free-running hub grease Check *2, MA-23
*1: ``Front Axle and Front Suspension Parts'' in FA section, ``Rear Axle and Rear Suspension'' in RA section
*2: ``Front Wheel Alignment'' in FA section
*3: Including differential gear with differential lock
Maintenance for off-road driving
Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel hub, more frequent mainte-
nance may be required of the following items:
mBrake pads and discs
mBrake lining and drums
mBrake lines and hoses
mWheel bearing grease and free-running hub grease
mDifferential, transmission and transfer oil
mSteering linkage
mPropeller shafts and front drive shafts
mAir cleaner ®lter
mClutch housing (Check water entry. Refer to MA-21.)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
MA-8